SAI governing body approves new hockey turf for Bengaluru; electronic targets for Karni Singh Shooting Ranges

IANS | December 22, 2025 9:28 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) A brand new Poligras Paris GT Zero hockey turf for SAI Centre Bengaluru and replacement of existing electronic targets with laser target systems at the Karni Singh Shooting Range are among the key projects approved by the Governing Body (GB) of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) at a meeting, chaired by Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, in New Delhi on Monday.

Sub-jr Men Academy Hockey: Punjab Hockey Club, Salute Academy, Boys Sports Company win on Day 1

IANS | December 22, 2025 8:32 PM

Surat (Gujarat), Dec 22 (IANS) Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy, Salute Hockey Academy, Sail Hockey Academy, Army Boys Sports Company, and S.G.P.C. Hockey Academy recorded wins on the opening day of the 3rd Hockey India Sub-Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat, Gujarat, on Monday.

HIL 2026: SG Pipers men’s team arrive in Chennai for season 2

IANS | December 22, 2025 6:10 PM

Chennai, Dec 22 (IANS) The SG Pipers men’s team arrived in Chennai as preparations intensify ahead of the upcoming Hero Hockey India League season 2, scheduled to begin on January 03. As the league returns, the Pipers are approaching the season with renewed intent and a sharper focus on consistency, execution, and improved on-field outcomes.

Tickets for Ranchi leg of Hockey India League 2026 go live

IANS | December 22, 2025 12:32 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Hockey India on Monday announced that tickets for the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 will be free for fans eager to watch the games, as part of their effort to expand the sport's fanbase across multiple cities live.

HIL 2025-26: SG Pipers squad arrive in Ranchi

IANS | December 20, 2025 5:14 PM

Ranchi, Dec 20 (IANS) The SG Pipers women have entered the Ranchi turf with renewed determination as the countdown to the Hockey India League 2025–26 begins, scheduled from December 28, 2025, to January 10, 2026. With their sticks ready and focus intense, their arrival signals the start of an important phase in what promises to be a swift, high-pressure competitive tournament.

Junior WC hero Prince Deep Singh eager to learn from veteran David Harte at HIL 2026

IANS | December 18, 2025 3:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS) Fresh from his impressive performance at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup, where he played a key role in India’s bronze medal victory, young goalkeeper Prince Deep Singh is entering the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 full of confidence. The Tamil Nadu Dragons goalkeeper was one of India’s top performers during the tournament, making crucial saves in a shootout against Belgium in the quarterfinals and maintaining steady performance throughout the matches.